In a shocking development, a viral video depicting a group inciting religious violence has been traced back to Zamfara state, according to the Nigerian Police. Speaking to Premium Times Nigeria, the Zamfara State Police Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Muhammad Shehu, confirmed the location of the video. Mr. Shehu stated that the suspect will be charged with breach of the peace, incitement of hatred, and criminal intimidation, in violation of Sections 77, 78, and 380 of the state penal code. The police are yet to disclose when the facility began operating or how the video was filmed. This incident underscores the urgent need for increased vigilance against hate speech and religious extremism in Nigeria. As the country prepares for the general elections in 2027, such incidents could potentially fuel tensions and incite violence.
Source: [Premium Times Nigeria](https://www.premiumtimesng.com/regional/nwest/921001-how-viral-video-of-group-inciting-religious-violence-was-filmed-in-zamfara-police.html)
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